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Live at Tonic 2001

Masada · 2001

140 min · 18 tracks · jazz

A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and Middle Eastern influences, pulsating with improvisational energy.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • improvisational energy throughout performance
  • extended tracks with deep exploration
  • engaging live atmosphere and spontaneity
  • dynamic shifts in pacing
  • immersive experience for attentive listeners

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer concise, radio-friendly tracks
  • seek predictable song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2001, Masada was established as a leading force in the avant-garde jazz scene. This album captures a live performance that showcases their improvisational prowess and complex arrangements, marking a period of intense creativity following their earlier studio releases.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Charlie Haden· Kahil El'Zabar

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 Intro 1:23
  • 2 Karaim 17:50
  • 3 Ner Tamid 5:07
  • 4 Acharei Mot 11:07
  • 5 Kisofim 7:12
  • 6 Jachin 6:30
  • 7 Malkhut 4:52
  • 8 Nashim 6:58

Disc 2

  • 1 Intro 0:30
  • 2 Lilin 14:43
  • 3 Khebar 5:59
  • 4 Galshan 5:35
  • 5 Malkhut 4:49
  • 6 Shevet 8:08
  • 7 Shamor 7:40
  • 8 Acharei Mot 10:27
  • 9 Kisofim 8:35
  • 10 Shechem 13:06

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